Publications by authors named "M Ridge Call"

Coastal ecosystems play a major role in marine carbon budgets, but substantial uncertainties remain in the sources and fluxes of coastal carbon dioxide (CO). Here, we assess when, where, and how submarine groundwater discharge (SGD) releases CO to shallow coastal ecosystems. Time-series observations of dissolved CO and radon (Rn, a natural groundwater tracer) across 40 coastal systems from 14 countries revealed large SGD-derived CO fluxes.

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As health systems emerge from the pandemic, academic medical centres are motivated to have a healthy and resilient workforce. In the face of the collective traumas of the pandemic, we took a systems approach to infuse wellness into our culture by modelling collective recovery in a non-traditional town hall. Over a dozen senior leaders, faculty, staff, and students shared their personal experiences in a virtual forum, nearly 1000 attendees communally supported one another.

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Since 1976, the Lorne Proteins Conference has been a key gathering for protein scientists, combining cutting-edge research with community engagement in a picturesque corner of the world. Renowned for its diverse international speakers and collaborative spirit, the conference looks forward to its 50 anniversary in 2025.

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  • A multilevel meta-analysis was conducted involving 390 effect sizes from 167 studies with over 157,000 participants to assess the impact of LGBTQ+ community connectedness on health outcomes.
  • The analysis revealed that while connectedness positively influences mental health, well-being, and physical health, it can also lead to increased substance use and mental health issues among younger LGBTQ+ individuals.
  • Furthermore, the study indicated that feelings of belonging within the LGBTQ+ community are more beneficial for health than mere behavioral engagement, and it challenged the notion that connectedness buffers the effects of minority stressors on health.
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  • Moral injury is being studied as a significant factor affecting the mental health and job satisfaction of healthcare workers (HCWs) due to stressful experiences they encounter.
  • A longitudinal study with 473 HCWs showed that witnessing or participating in potentially morally injurious events (PMIEs) increased burnout and turnover intentions, particularly among those who witnessed these events.
  • The findings suggest that organizations should address moral injury in HCWs by implementing strategies that consider the types of morally injurious experiences they face in their work.
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